Signal jammers and boosters serve opposite purposes in wireless communications. Here’s how they differ:
· Jammer: Disrupt or block communications. It prevents target devices (e.g., cell phones) from receiving/transmitting signals.
· Booster: Enhance or improve weak signals. It extends the range of a signal and improves quality for devices with poor reception.
· Jammer: Uses blocking (overpowering the target signal) or spoofing (sending fake signals) to interfere.
· Booster: Receives a weak signal, amplifies it, and retransmits it to target devices.
· Jammer: Used in secure environments (prisons, exam halls) to prevent unauthorized communication.
· Booster: Used in areas with poor coverage (rural areas, basements) to improve communication.
· Jammer: Illegal in most countries without authorization.
· Booster: Legal in most countries (provided they meet regulatory standards).